Frequently Asked Questions
Is £47,500 a good data scientist salary in Cambridge?
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£47,500 is the entry-level data scientist salary in Cambridge, representing 72% of the median (£66,000).
Net take-home is £3,143/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 48% — stressed.
At 19% above the Cambridge all-worker median of £40,000, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average data scientist salary in Cambridge?
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The median Cambridge data scientist salary is £66,000 (ONS ASHE 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £53,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £82,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £47,500,
while senior professionals reach £91,000.
How much can a data scientist in Cambridge save each month?
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On £47,500 in Cambridge, after rent (£1,500/mo), council tax (£155/mo),
transport (£75/mo) and groceries & utilities (£440/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £633/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data scientist in Cambridge?
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On £47,500 in Cambridge, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 48%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Cambridge 1-bed (£1,500/mo),
you need approximately £54,000 gross annual salary.